What is the LKNO College Scholarship?
The Lake Norman Orchestra’s (LKNO’s) mission is to enhance, inspire, strengthen, and educate our community through exceptional music performances and to build strong, creative partnerships with schools, local government, businesses, and other organizations. The Orchestra consists entirely of volunteer musicians who practice weekly on Monday nights and perform concerts throughout the region. This requires dedication on the members’ part, especially the high school students who practice and perform with LKNO in addition to their multiple outside commitments and studies. To reward these students who rehearse and perform regularly with the Lake Norman Orchestra for their dedication and contributions, we are pleased to offer high school seniors the opportunity to apply for a college scholarship.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible to apply for the LKNO scholarship, students must meet the below listed criteria:
- Must be planning on graduating from an accredited high school for the current academic year.
- Must be an active member of the LKNO attending a minimum of 8 practices, 4 performances and be recommended by the LKNO President and the LKNO Conductor.
- Must demonstrate a high level of musicianship, i.e. being prepared for rehearsals and concerts.
- Must be earning a minimum of an unweighted 3.0 GPA.
- Must plan to enroll full-time in a bachelor’s or associate degree program at an accredited higher education institution in the fall after your graduation from high school.
- Must complete and submit the LKNO Scholarship Application by the first of April of the current year.
When can I apply and when will I know if I’ve received the scholarship?
The scholarship application must be submitted by April 1, 2025. The LKNO board will review applications
and make the decision no later than April 30, 2025. The scholarship will be presented to the
scholarship winner in the form of a check.
When will I know if I’ve received the scholarship?
The LKNO board will review applications and make the decision no later than May 31st of the current year. The scholarship money will be presented to the scholarship winner in the form of a check.
Who may I contact with questions?
You may contact the LKNO Board President, Music Director, or an LKNO Board member before or after rehearsal, or by email at lknoconductor2020@gmail.com.
